Indonesia successfully achieved a historic milestone in its renewable energy journey with the inauguration of the Cirata Floating Solar Power Plant (PLTS) in West Java in November 2023. Representing Southeast Asia's largest solar plant, it can supply electricity to over 50,000 households and offset 214,000 tons of carbon dioxide emissions. Its innovative design integrates with the vast surface area of the Cirata Reservoir, spanning 200 hectares, and utilizes over 340,000 solar panels to generate green energy. President Joko Widodo expressed his enthusiasm during the inauguration, stating, “We have succeeded in building one of the largest floating solar power plants in Southeast Asia and number three in the world.” The project aligns with Indonesia's goal of achieving net zero emissions (NZE) by 2060.

Yudo Dwinanda Priaadi, Director General of New, Renewable Energy and Energy Conservation at the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources, stated that Indonesia's success in building the Cirata Floating PLTS encouraged the government to continue boosting the construction of similar infrastructure. Constructed through a collaboration between PT PLN Nusantara Power (PLN NP) and Masdar from the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the Cirata Floating PLTS harnesses the vast surface area of the Cirata Reservoir, spanning 200 hectares. Its innovative design integrates with the reservoir, utilizing over 340,000 solar panels to generate green energy. 

Indonesia's achievement in green energy is noteworthy and is not overshadowed by its counterparts. Taiwan, for instance, has also been making significant strides in renewable energy projects. Taiwan Mobile, a telecommunications giant, has actively advocated for and utilized green energy since 2015. By joining the global RE100 initiative in 2022, Taiwan Mobile pledged to achieve Net Zero by 2050. Through initiatives like “Solar for Good,” it assists charitable organizations in achieving green energy independence, ranking among the top five purchasers of renewable energy in Taiwan.

The successful inauguration of the Cirata Floating Solar Power Plant marks a significant milestone in Indonesia's journey towards renewable energy. With impressive advancements in green energy infrastructure and a strong commitment to environmental sustainability, Indonesia stands as a beacon of progress in the region. As Taiwan continues to champion green energy initiatives, a promising opportunity for collaboration between the two nations emerges. By leveraging each other's strengths, expertise, and resources, Indonesia and Taiwan can forge a strategic partnership in the renewable energy sector, driving innovation and sustainability. Together, the two nations can pave the way for a brighter, greener future, setting a powerful example of global cooperation in combating climate change and building a sustainable world for generations to come.